Filler Machine Operator

Aerotek; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Ferndale, MI is seeking a Filler Machine Operator to support refrigerated food and beverage production. You will operate filler machines that portion salsa and hummus into plastic containers, ensuring safety, quality, and accurate weight checks.

The role requires basic troubleshooting, ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and comfort using computer interfaces for machine controls. Shifts vary: 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and 10:30 p.m.–6:00 a.m., Monday–Friday with possible

Qualifications

• Experience tending to a machine in a production environment.
• Basic troubleshooting on production equipment.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds safely.
• Comfort using a computer.
• Experience with weight measurements and adjusting weights.
• Ability to operate machinery and perform routine machine operation tasks.
• Ability to conduct inspections and monitor equipment performance.
• Basic computer operation for machine controls and production systems.
• Capable of weight checks and adjustments to maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate filler machines that dispense salsa and hummus into containers per production requirements.
• Learn and follow the complete filling process including setup, operation, and shutdown.
• Follow all SQF and GMP policies and procedures at all times.
• Report food safety or product quality concerns to quality personnel or management.
• Keep work area clean and organized to maintain food safety standards.
• Perform machine wash-down and cleaning per sanitation procedures.
• Monitor fill levels and periodically check weights, adjusting as needed to meet specs.
• Ensure correct cups and packaging materials are used per customer requirements.
• Maintain sanitation bucket and use during production and cleaning.
• Perform basic troubleshooting such as adjusting seals and replenishing lids.

Skills

Machine tending

Troubleshooting

Weight checks

Computer use

Weight measurement

Machinery operation

Inspections

Automation controls

Weight adjustments

Tools

Filling machines

Mixers

Valves

Hoses

Pneumatics

Job description

Job Title: Filler Machine Operator

Job Description

The HPP Operator works in a refrigerated food and beverage production environment, operating filler machines that portion salsa and hummus into plastic containers. This role focuses on safe and efficient machine operation, adherence to food safety standards, and maintaining product quality through careful monitoring, basic troubleshooting, and accurate weight checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate filler machines that dispense salsa and hummus into plastic containers according to production requirements.
• Learn and follow the complete process of product filling, including setup, operation, and shutdown of equipment.
• Follow all SQF (Safe Quality Food) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) policies and procedures at all times.
• Report any food safety or product quality concerns immediately to quality personnel and/or management.
• Keep supplies neat, organized, and properly protected to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Perform wash-down and cleaning of machines following the changeover flow chart and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor fill levels on the machines and periodically check product weights, adjusting weights as needed to meet specifications.
• Ensure the correct cups and packaging materials are used for each customer according to product requirements.
• Maintain a sanitation bucket at all times and use it as required during production and cleaning activities.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on the machines, such as adjusting seals, adding cups, and replenishing lids.
• Use computer interfaces to navigate machine controls and production systems as part of daily operation.
• Conduct visual inspections of equipment and product to identify issues and maintain consistent quality.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously while tending to machines in a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience tending to a machine and performing various tasks at once in a production or industrial environment.
• Basic troubleshooting skills, including adjusting seals, adding cups, and replenishing lids on production equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds safely and repeatedly during the shift.
• Comfort using a computer, including navigating applications and interfaces similar to those on smartphones or computers.
• Experience using a scale and understanding weight measurements, including adding and subtracting to achieve correct weights.
• Ability to operate machinery and perform routine machine operation tasks.
• Ability to conduct inspections and monitor equipment performance.
• Basic computer operation and navigation skills for machine controls and production systems.
• Capability to perform weight checks and make adjustments to maintain accurate fill levels.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in food and beverage production is helpful but candidates from other industrial or automotive environments are also suitable.
• Experience with industrial equipment such as filling machines or mixers is an advantage.
• Familiarity with equipment that runs on pneumatics and hydraulics, including working with valves and hoses.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around automated machinery.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive access to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with short-term and long-term disability options and HSA/FSA plans beginning on the first day of the month following hire. Paid time off eligibility starts in the first year, with at least one week of PTO, supporting work-life balance. The organization offers a stable, structured production environment with clear procedures and standards, providing opportunities to build valuable experience in food and beverage manufacturing and industrial machine operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a food and beverage production facility where salsa and hummus are made in refrigerated areas, so employees work in cold conditions for much of the shift. Team members fully suit up in appropriate personal protective equipment, including lab coat, hair net, beard net as needed, and rubber gloves when working in food areas, following strict hygiene and safety standards. Work involves operating filler machines and related industrial equipment, using computers and scales as part of daily tasks. Shifts are structured as 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with schedules running Monday through Friday and mandatory Saturdays, with potential work on Sundays depending on production needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ferndale, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.25 - $16.25/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ferndale,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.